Protropin (somatrem) Disease Interactions

Growth Hormone (Includes Protropin) ↔ Diabetes

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

Applies to: Diabetes Mellitus

The use of growth hormone has been associated with resistance to insulin. Patients with diabetes mellitus or impaired glucose tolerance should be observed closely during therapy. The dose of antihyperglycemic drugs (insulin or oral/injectable agents) may require adjustment.

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Growth Hormone (Includes Protropin) ↔ Hypothyroidism

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

Applies to: Hypothyroidism

The use of growth hormone has been associated with the development of hypothyroidism. Patients should be monitored baseline and periodically for adequate thyroid function. Inadequate treatment of hypothyroidism may inhibit the optimal response to growth hormone.